Natural Pesticides And Repellents

April 10, 2007|By Tresa Erickson, MultiAd Builder

No matter how good of a green thumb a gardener may have, pests can be a problem. For some, the best solution to eliminate pests is to use chemical pesticides. When used properly, these products may do the trick but could harm beneficial insects, and when used improperly, they may lead to water pollution. To avoid the risks of chemical pesticides, gardeners may want to try more natural alternatives to pest control.

There are several natural alternatives to chemical pesticides. These include non-detergent insecticidal soaps, garlic, hot pepper sprays and a mixture of one teaspoon of liquid soap to one gallon of water. Even used dishwater or a forceful stream of water can be used to dislodge some insects.